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Episode: 13
Episode Title: The Unspoken Rules of “Your Spot” in Fitness Class
Publish Date: 01/07/26
Hosted by: Jenn Schofield + Jodi Ross
Brand: Danz Insanity Studios
Episode Summary
Be honest… do you have your spot in class? The one you go to every single time? And do you get a little irritated when someone else is standing there like they own it?
Jenn and Jodi dive into the psychology of workout “territory”—why we’re creatures of habit, why we mark our space with water bottles and mats, and why the hierarchy of spots in group fitness is very real. From front row leaders to back row hiders (and the iconic LC), this episode breaks down how comfort, routine, and confidence shape where we stand in class.
They also unpack the unspoken rules of etiquette: what to do when your spot is taken, why first-come really means first-come, and how flexibility, openness, and welcoming energy can completely change the class experience—for you and everyone around you.
In This Episode
00:00 — Why we all have “our spot” in fitness class (and why it’s deeper than you think)
03:30 — Habit, comfort, and routine: how early patterns show up in adult workout spaces
07:30 — The unspoken spot hierarchy: front row leaders, middle row builders, back row hiders, and the LC
12:45 — Confidence growth and “spot graduation”: what moving up in class really represents
15:30 — Fitness class etiquette: first-come rules, arriving late, and respecting shared space
18:45 — Saving spots for friends: when it works, when it’s awkward, and when it’s a no
22:00 — Flexibility and mindset shifts: why changing spots can improve confidence and connection
25:15 — Building community: how welcoming energy keeps people coming back
28:00 — Big takeaway: fitness classes aren’t just workouts — they’re social ecosystems
Resources Mentioned
Danz Insanity Studios: https://danzinsanity.com/
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